Former Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema Faces North Carolina Alienation of Affection Lawsuit Former U.S. Senator Kyrsten Sinema is seeking dismissal of a lawsuit filed by Heather Ammel, a North Carolina woman who alleges Sinema caused the breakdown of her marriage. The case, which initially began in Moore County Superior Court, was transferred to federal court in January. Sinema’s legal team argues the lawsuit lacks personal jurisdiction over her, asserting that her alleged actions did not occur in North Carolina. In court filings, Sinema’s attorney, Steven Epstein, stated that the plaintiff’s claims rely on communications with Matthew Ammel, Heather Ammel’s husband, which occurred outside North Carolina. The motion to dismiss highlights that Matthew Ammel was frequently traveling for work, spending only a few days each month in the state. Sinema admitted to starting a romantic relationship with Matthew Ammel about five months before he separated from Heather Ammel, but she maintains that all interactions occurred while he was away from North Carolina. The lawsuit alleges that Sinema engaged in a romantic and sexual relationship with Matthew Ammel, including sending “lascivious” messages via Signal while he was in North Carolina. Heather Ammel’s legal team claims Sinema’s actions, such as accompanying Matthew Ammel on trips, including a 2023 visit to Napa Valley, and suggesting he bring MDMA drugs on a work trip, contributed to the marital breakdown. The complaint also details instances where Sinema interacted with Matthew Ammel during public events, such as concerts, and allegedly sent messages like “I miss you. Putting my hand on your heart. I’ll see you soon” after the couple separated.#north_carolina #signal #heather_ammel #kyrsten_sinema #matthew_ammel
